Vanuatu considers more Twin Otters and ATRs to rebuild Air Vanuatu’s domestic network

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The government is weighing additional DHC-6-300 Twin Otters and ATR turboprops for Air Vanuatu as it works to restore domestic operations after the flag carrier’s liquidation in 2024. The proposed aircraft would support a rebuilding effort focused on the island nation’s domestic network.

Discovered 2026-10-21T19:34:54.563791-07:00 | 2026-10-21T19:34:54.563791-07:00

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  • The aircraft options point to a fleet plan for restoring domestic connectivity after Air Vanuatu’s 2024 liquidation.
  • Adding turboprops would entail fleet and funding decisions for the government as it seeks to rebuild the flag carrier; the article does not specify aircraft quantities or a purchase timeline.

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